Thursday, February 24, 2011

It has long been suggested that we add a link for donations, so I'm thrilled to announce the inclusion of a Donation Link to any and all who are interested in supporting the PS22 Chorus! Big thanks to The Fund for Public Schools and the N.Y.C. Dept. Of Education for making this possible.

Question! Of course I want to support PS 22, b/c you've provided me and so many with a gazillion smiles and inspiration for the work you do mr. b. but could you elaborate on whether donations will be solely to ps 22 or is this funding music programs in nyc doe?

GOOD LUCK TO PS 22 CHORUS TONIGHT AT THE OSCARS!!! SO PROUD OF YOU ALL & MR. BREINBERG...YOU ARE ONE OF THE BEST TEACHERS I HAVE EVER EVER SEEN! YOU ARE SUCH A LIGHT!! I'LL BE WATCHING WITH MY EYES GLUED TO SEE YOU TONIGHT! BE BLESSED...MY DONATION WILL BE IN THE MAIL!

Big shout out to PS 22 Chorus - I'm SO proud of you! Good luck tonight at the Oscars! You did amazing when you sang with me at Taj Mahal...I KNOW you will be GREAT!! Mr. B., thank you for being the epitome of what a "teacher" really is!! YOU ARE THE GREATEST TEACHER I'VE EVER SEEN!

I just saw you guys at Disneyland yesterday and was so excited after being a fan for a while now! I had no clue you'd be there. You guys touch my heart and give me chills every time you sing! Can't wait for the Oscars tonight! Love you guys!

Both my daughters have had the honor to share in the magic Mr. B has created. I fear only that one day he will have to retire and I dont want to see his legacy retire as well. I really do belive a national scholarship fund for NYC schools should be started in his name. We need to ensure the future holds the same magic that he carries today. Love to see a foundation created just for his vision. Music, passion and creativity nurtured in every child for years to come!Just want to say thanks Mr. B.!

Is the form secure? I wanted to donate but there is nothing to indicate that it is secure. I've already had my bank account hacked into on the net, so I'm a bit nervous. Also, does the money go to P.S. 22 or into a fund that will be shared with other schools?

I am moved beyond words by the PS22 Chorus and Mr B. By chance, I saw a little clip about PS22 on Sunday afternoon - - it spurred me on to find out more about the chorus. Every song I listened to made me want to hear more - -so I watched the Oscar's solely so I could see you bring your magic. CONGRATULATIONS and thank you for sharing this treasure with the world.

Mr. b, are you the long haired guy who plays the music in most of the videos? in addition to donating to ps22, I'd like to donate to you also, as there are not enough people like you doing great work like this for today's youth. You have re energized my belief in public schools doing amazing things. well done.

Hi Mr. B and PS 22...I am a music teacher too (for 20 years in Mpls, MN and Eagle, CO). You have inspired me and my students since watching the oscars. The passion you bring to your work is incredible! I love your arrangements and have also sung lots of "non-traditional in the music teacher world" songs with my kids...I direct and teach from the piano and guitar like you. My question is....would you ever consider publishing some of your arrangements? Or share the charts? I'm sure you're exhausted right now, but I would LOVE to get my hands on some of your harmonies....and some tips on how to get the kids to sing them...in tune. You are amazing, thanks for the awesome work and showing the world what kids can accomplish.

Tori Amos

"They were so good! Their arrangements -- their sound -- it was so good.... It was...... disarming. It means so much that they took it and made it their own."-- Tori Amos after a private performance by the PS22 Chorusof her songs at the Sony Atrium in N.Y.C.

Common

"I feel honored to perform with PS22. The energy brought me up to a natural high on music and art, and just the spirits of you all. You all are so exciting to perform with..... I'm gonna remember this day forever."--hip hop legendCommonon performing with the PS22 Chorus at the National Tree Lighting 2009 for President Obama

David Cook

"Oh my God! It's ridiculous... It is incredible how good you guys are!!"-- David Cook, American Idol winner, after singing with PS22 Chorus!

Bonnie Hunt

Innocence Mission

"What a beautiful, beautiful, joyful version. It is a huge improvement on the original. The children brought tears to my eyes with their glorious singing and smiles. I so love the energy of this performance, the arrangement, the harmonies, everything."-- Karen PerisofThe Innocence Missionin apersonal message to the PS22 Chorusafter seeing the kids' video of the song "There" from their album, GLOW

Tribute WTC

Wikipedia

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IMPROVS

Improvising is a skill that really demands great natural musical ability, particularly to do it at 9 or 10 years old! All of the following songs were being created and recorded as you hear them here (with some minor post-editing). PS22 Chorus member JUSTIN, with occasional super-special guests including legendary PS22 Chorus Alumni CLIVE, DEON, BEN, ADIZA, KARIMA, BRI-AH, & AMANDA D., demonstrates the technique brilliantly.

Stevie Nicks

B.J. Novak

"My God! We watch you all the time at work, at The Office, all the actors, all the writers... You guys are amazing! I swear to you, you're an inspiration, keep it up!"-- B.J. Novak, star of The Office, raves about the PS22 Chorusat The Webby Awards!

Sinead O'Connor

"Most beautiful, joyous thing I seen apart from me own children ." -- Sinead O'Connorafter seeing the PS22 Chorus video of her song "Jackie!" PS22 was then invited to be the opening act for her concert at the Highline Ballroom in New York City.

Passion Pit

"These kids made the record what we had been dreaming it to be, as they are integral parts of three songs.... It felt so unbelievable to have the exact sound that I wanted coming through the headphones...."-- Michael Angelakosof Passion Pit on recording with the PS22 Chorus

Nancy Pelosi

"...You indeed, as you sing, 'rule the world!'"--Speaker of the HouseNancy Pelosiafter hearing the chorus sing at the Capitol